Can this car be fixed?

To the classic car enthusiast, almost any problem can be solved with enough time, effort and money. Depending on what the car will be used for, newer replacement parts for some of the internal workings of the vehicle are considered acceptable by most hobbyists. In this quiz, we'll look at the different parts of a car, their predicted road life and ways we can make them last longer. Get started to test your knowledge!

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Question 1 of 10

What's the most common procedure for removing rust from panels and frames?

sandblasting

Sandblasting is the most typical method, using a high-pressure gun to spray sand across the rusted surface. It's particularly helpful in revealing other frame damage that may be essential to your project, or even your future safety.

rust-removal soaks

belt sanders

Question 2 of 10

True or false: Sandblasters are preferable to rust-removal soaks because the latter are generally toxic and unsuitable for a home shop environment.

true

false

Home shops are actually a great environment for rust-removal soaking products, as long as you don't mind waiting 24 hours to see whether another application is necessary. They're nontoxic, noncorrosive and water-based.

Question 3 of 10

What are the most popular model years for the Ford Mustang collector?

1962 to 1966

1965 to 1968

The most popular models tend to lie between 1965 to 1968, although models of this classic American vehicle outside that range are still beloved by collectors. A fully restored Mustang Shelby Fastback could sell for up to $100,000!

1969 to 1972

Question 4 of 10

A Chevy Camaro, second only to the Ford Mustang in popularity among collectors, generally sells within what price range?

$10,000 to $250,000

$6,000 to $50,000

$8,000 to $75,000

Camaros in a given model year can sell for as much as $8,000 for a starter project and up to $75,000 for a restored vehicle.

Question 5 of 10

The single-pedal, four-wheel brake system now standard in all vehicles was not developed until what year?

1919

Before the French-made Hispano-Suiza H6B was made in 1919, drivers used separate hand and foot brakes simultaneously to stop their vehicles. Before 1915, in fact, speeds were limited by the fact that usually only two wheels used brakes.

1945

1967

Question 6 of 10

The Nash company introduced factory-installed safety belts in 1949, but some consumers cut them out with razor blades. Of the 48,000 cars sold, how many safety belts were used regularly?

1,000

Of the first cars sold with safety belts installed, only about 1,000 consumers reported using them routinely. Now, seatbelts save around 9,500 lives in the United States each year.

15,000

40,000

Question 7 of 10

Prior to the 1950s, cars usually drove on inner-tube tires. When was the tubeless tire, still in use today, first introduced?

1937

1942

1947

BF Goodrich invented the tubeless tire in 1947, and it became the industry standard within a decade.

Question 8 of 10

Responsible auto owners should check their manufacturer's guide often enough to make sure they're up to speed, but it helps to remember a few basic rules of thumb. How often should you replace your spark plugs, for example?

every 10,000 to 15,000 miles

every 15,000 to 20,000 miles

every 25,000 to 35,000 miles

For most vehicles, the rule for spark plugs is to replace them every 30,000 miles. Be sure to let them cool before checking, though: Spark plugs can stay hot for hours, even after the rest of the engine has cooled down.

Question 9 of 10

Today's tires can be expected to last up to 80,000 miles, depending on manufacturer and range. How long did they generally last back in the 1970s?

20,000 miles

Since the 1970s, tires have definitely improved: They used to last for only about 20,000 miles.

45,000 miles

60,000 miles

Question 10 of 10

Healthy brake pads are essential for safe driving. While there are stories of pads lasting anywhere from 100 to 100,000 miles, the general mileage range these days is more along these lines of what?

20,000 to 30,000 miles

30,000 to 70,000 miles

Today's brake pads usually last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles. Be sure to have them checked regularly; they're important to your safety and the safety of others on the road.